We train all breeds of dogs. Family Dogs (Obedience, Manners) Specializing in training Service Dogs & Therapy Dogs for veterans with PTSD, TBI, MST, and children with autism and other disabilities. Behavioral rehabilitation for dogs with severe issues. Non Profit Funding for Qualified Veterans.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationCustomer-reported
Canine Good Citizen preparationProgram details
This test requires basic training and is a pass/fail test offered free for our clients. Commonly required to get a dog into an apartment.
Free to our clients
Leash trainingProgram details
The first thing we do is stop leash pulling. The dog should adjust pace with you.
Obedience trainingProgram details
Off Leash Obedience, Agilities, Tricks.
Foundational training that every dog should have. Equivalent to elementary school for children.
We do the hardest part of the training for you!
Urban (dog is only off leash in fenced areas) or Open Spaces (the dog can be off leash and reliable on hikes or other areas unfenced) your choice!
Recall training
How training happens
Board and trainProgram details
K-9 Boot Camp
Group classes
In-home trainingProgram details
Only with Boot Camp Training
Owner coaching
Dog age
Puppies
Training level
Beginner training
Assistance and working dogs
Psychiatric service dog training
Service dog training
Therapy dog trainingProgram details
Veterans Service Dogs, Autism and Children's Service Dogs, Adults with disabilities.
Dog sports
IGP and protection sports
Additional services
Boarding
Consultations
Free consultation
Other listed services
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Anal Glands
Dog Activities
Dog Boot CampProgram details
Our Brand for 40 years
Dog Groups
Dog Hiking
Dog Sports
Dog Training BooksProgram details
We have authored 5 published books on dog training subjects: Million Dollar Dog Trainer (How to Make Millions in the Billion Dollar Pet Industry) Karen Duet, Dog Training 101 (The book that outs you in control) Karen Duet, Advanced Schutzhund (By Karen Duet & Ivan Balabanov), and 2 others.
Dog Treats
Dog trainingProgram details
Family Dogs, Rehabilitation, Service Dogs, Therapy Dogs
Explosives Detection
Family Dog Training
Management Course
Online Coaching
Online Dog Trainers Course
Personal MentorProgram details
We mentor people with private coaching services available in conjunction with our online Trainers Course.
Personal Trainer
Potty Break
Public Access Training
Temperament TestProgram details
We temperament test every dog we train free of charge at our free consultations.
Veteran Service
Veterinary Visits
Workout Program
Confirm current programs and availability directly.
5/5Karen and her staff have been incredible to work with!!! Our lives have been completely changed with our dog she has trained for service for our daughter. The training was thorough and excellent and we felt supported every step of the way! She has been extremely
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Karen and her staff have been incredible to work with!!! Our lives have been completely changed with our dog she has trained for service for our daughter. The training was thorough and excellent and we felt supported every step of the way! She has been extremely
Responsive and each trainer we worked with has shown so much love and care for our dog and our daughter. It has been the best experience! Highly recommend them!! Our daughter has felt so empowered with the training and has a new companion that provides support for her disability. Absolutely the best around!!!!!
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Joe Shamonski
5/5These people are great. My wife’s service dog went there for training & I’d recommend K9 companions to everyone. Her dog will not stay with anyone but loves to be there. He’s happy, loved & care for while he is there. I can’t believe he loves it there. If he wants to be at this t…Read full reviewClose full review
These people are great. My wife’s service dog went there for training & I’d recommend K9 companions to everyone. Her dog will not stay with anyone but loves to be there. He’s happy, loved & care for while he is there. I can’t believe he loves it there. If he wants to be at this training place then I know it’s great. I’m so thankful for K9 companions, the love they have for these dogs; the people & hard work they put in to help make the service dog or house dog you always wanted. Thank you to all at K9 companions
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Joshua OBrien
5/5I’m using K9 Companions to help train my 1 year old yellow lab and they have done an amazing job! Nicki is such an amazing trainer and very professional. You can honestly tell they all love working with dogs and seeing the improvement from start to finish. I highly recommend t…Read full reviewClose full review
I’m using K9 Companions to help train my 1 year old yellow lab and they have done an amazing job! Nicki is such an amazing trainer and very professional. You can honestly tell they all love working with dogs and seeing the improvement from start to finish. I highly recommend them for any type of training needed. Also, they work on training service dogs as well, which is a great option if eligible!
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Amanda Morgan
5/5Karen is an incredible dog trainer. My dog is almost through training and the pup has been a handful to say the least - but she’s definitely a changed dog! Karen has taught her how to heel perfectly, and when a guest comes over, she sits in “place” when I ask her to. She knows a …Read full reviewClose full review
Karen is an incredible dog trainer. My dog is almost through training and the pup has been a handful to say the least - but she’s definitely a changed dog! Karen has taught her how to heel perfectly, and when a guest comes over, she sits in “place” when I ask her to. She knows a bunch of commands, doesn’t scratch the door, and is an all-around well-behaved pup. She still has her spirit and more than enough personality, but I can walk her through a store and get groceries with her with zero issues- people always comment on how well-behaved she is! Five stars!
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Randall Putala
2/5
I posted a request for a quote on training my dog. Never heard back from them. They must have seen my dog!
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